The Grass Is Greener: NBA Players Who'll Succeed In New Places

With most of NBA free agency in the rearview, it's time to start thinking about how player movement will impact the fantasy basketball landscape. While there are still some trade-related shoes that could drop and disrupt team rotations and rosters, we have a pretty good idea now of what each NBA team will look like […]

Derrick Rose Likely To Be Ready For Training Camp

New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (ankle) is expected to be ready for training camp. The veteran underwent multiple ankle surgeries last season, relegating him to 26 games. With Jalen Brunson on the roster, Rose is anticipated to be his primary backup. Although the 33-year-old is far past his prime, he should have more than […]

Facundo Campazzo Still Looking To Remain In The NBA

Free-agent guard Facundo Campazzo hopes to remain in the NBA. After a successful career overseas, the 31-year-old played two seasons with the Denver Nuggets, averaging 5.6 points, 3.5 assists, and 1.1 steals. However, he was more productive throughout his sporadic appearances in the starting lineup. Nevertheless, there are teams in the league looking for depth, […]

Jamal Murray Aiming To Play During Preseason

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) hopes to return for the team's first preseason game. The 25-year-old has been out of commission for well over a year after suffering a torn left ACL. Unquestionably, Murray is one of the most talented fantasy producers at the position. He finished the 2020-21 campaign by averaging a career-high […]

Cavs, Mavs Had Discussions On Collin Sexton

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton still isn't close to receiving a new contract from the team. However, as the regular season approaches, the Mavericks have emerged as a potential sign-and-trade destination for the 23-year-old, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. Still, the Cavaliers reportedly aren't interested in any of Dallas' tradable assets, so it's unlikely […]

Lakers Reportedly Propose New Deal For Kyrie Irving

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving remains on the Lakers' radar. Yet, Brooklyn has already rejected numerous trade proposals for the multi-time All-Star over the last several months. However, with LeBron James becoming increasingly adamant Los Angeles gets more aggressive, the Lakers have reportedly recently offered Russell Westbrook, and the club's coveted 2027 and 2029 first-round […]

Bulls Sign Carlik Jones To Exhibit 10 Deal

Free-agent guard Carlik Jones has agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with Chicago. The 24-year-old signed 10-day contracts with the Mavericks and Nuggets last season, suiting up for five games between both clubs. However, he has had an impressive run in the G League, averaging 21.1 points, 8.2 assists, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.2 steals throughout […]

Alex Morales Lands Exhibit 10 Deal With Orlando

Free-agent guard Alex Morales agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with Orlando on Monday. The 24-year-old averaged 15.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 steals throughout his time at Wagner. However, after going undrafted, he went on to log 5.0 points per game during five Summer League appearances for the Golden State Warriors. While […]

Kyrie Irving Allegedly Had Interesting Contract Demands

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving opted into his player option for the 2022-23 campaign. However, according to Ric Bucher of FS1, the multi-time All-Star had some interesting demands while attempting to negotiate a new deal with the team, including ensuring he wouldn't be required to play more than 60 games during any given season. He […]

Knicks Remain Frontrunners In Donovan Mitchell Sweepstakes

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell may have already played his final game for the club. While there are some teams throughout the league capable of making a deal for the All-Star, the Knicks reportedly remain the frontrunners to acquire his services. The 25-year-old has been one of the best fantasy contributors since arriving in the […]

Training Camp A "Soft Deadline" For Russell Westbrook Move

The Lakers will reportedly use the start of training camp as a "soft deadline" on a decision surrounding a Russell Westbrook move. While Westbrook's name continues to be involved in potential trade scenarios, Los Angeles may continue to be unwilling to package some of its coveted first-round future draft picks. As a result, there's a […]

Lakers/Mavericks, Grizzlies/Warriors Likely To Play Christmas Day

The Christmas Day schedule has become something of a rite of passage for many players and fans of NBA teams alike. Marc Stein reports that two games are already tentatively scheduled: Lakers vs. Mavericks and Grizzlies vs. Warriors. The first collision provides ample star power, as LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook clash with […]

De'Anthony Melton Drops 26 Points In Drew League Playoffs

Philadelphia 76ers point guard De'Anthony Melton had it all working during the Drew League playoffs Saturday, as he compiled 26 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals to lead the Hometown Favorites to victory. Melton is coming off having averaged a career-high 10.8 PPG last season for the Grizzlies, where he played in 73 […]

Dallas Inks McKinley Wright IV, Mouhamadou Gueye To Deals

Point guard McKinley Wright IV and forward Mouhamadou Gueye have been brought aboard by the Dallas Mavericks to compete for roster spots during the team's upcoming training camp, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Wright made his NBA debut last year, appearing in five games off the bench for Minnesota, yet compiled just 19 total […]

Lakers-Warriors Matchup Set For Opening Night Oct. 18

The opening night of the NBA season has come to light: Oct. 18. And with it comes a report from Shams Charania of The Athletic that the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors will clash, with the reigning champions set to enjoy their ring ceremony. The matchup delivers in terms of star power, with […]

San Antonio Inks Jordan Hall To Two-Way Contract

Guard/forward Jordan Hall has officially signed a two-way deal to join the San Antonio Spurs for the 2022-23 season. Hall played two years at St. Joseph's, including a sophomore campaign that saw him average 14.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game. The 6-foot-8 wing went undrafted in the 2022 NBA Draft and figures […]

NBA Will Retire Bill Russell’s No. 6 Uniform Number

The NBA announced Thursday that it would be retiring the iconic No. 6 worn by Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell. Russell passed away on July 31 at the age of 88 and now becomes the first player in league history to have his number retired league-wide. Current players -- such as the Lakers' LeBron James […]

Atlanta Inks Trent Forrest To Two-Way Contract

The Atlanta Hawks added to their backcourt depth by signing combo guard Trent Forrest to a two-way deal for the upcoming year. Forrest was an undrafted free agent who spent the past two seasons primarily coming off the bench for the Jazz, with whom he appeared in 90 games (six starts). He averaged just 3.1 […]

Jose Alvarado Faces Crowded Pelicans Backcourt

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jose Alvarado became something of a breakout sensation during his rookie year, largely due in part to his tenacious defensive prowess and sly ability to pick-pocket unassuming ball-handlers. But with C.J. McCollum slated to become New Orleans' primary point guard next season and with Devonte' Graham a likely second-unit contributor, […]

Victor Oladipo Eyes Bounce-Back Performance In 2022-23

Miami Heat point/shooting guard Victor Oladipo is back in South Beach on a two-year deal and is eyeing a return to form after injury-riddled campaigns. Oladipo spoke with Vince Carter on The VC Show and reiterated that while the injuries have clouded the perception of his talent, he believes he can reestablish himself as "one […]

Cavs, Collin Sexton Not Close On New Contract Agreement

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton remains committed to landing a new deal. The Cavs have reportedly offered a three-year, $40 million contract. However, Sexton's agent, Rich Paul, continues to seek more than $20 million annually for his client. The 23-year-old has averaged 20.0 points, 3.3 assists, and 3.0 rebounds while netting 37.8% of his attempts […]

Quinn Cook Inks One-Year Deal To Join Kings

Point guard Quinn Cook has reportedly signed a one-year contract to join the Sacramento Kings for the 2022-23 season, per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee. The 29-year-old has been well traveled since first joining the league in '16, with the Kings set to be his sixth professional franchise with whom he appears. Cook played […]

Knicks Unwilling To Trade Derrick Rose

New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose is unlikely to get moved this offseason. The Knicks have been in trade discussions with the Utah Jazz. New York is reportedly attempting to get Donovan Mitchell, but have made it known that Rose is unavailable in trade talks. Rose is a long-time favorite of head coach Tom Thibodeau, […]

Luka Doncic Focused On Offseason Regimen

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic has been focused on his training regimen this offseason. Undoubtedly, the 23-year-old is among the most talented superstars in the NBA. However, his weight and conditioning levels have been scrutinized over the years. He's also battled numerous injuries and has yet to play an entire season since being drafted in […]

Tyrese Maxey Continues To Impress

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey has made huge strides in his game since joining the league. Head coach Doc Rivers went as far as to say Maxey is the most impressive young player that he's had during his career coaching. Once James Harden joined the team, Maxey's game went to another level. The expectation is […]

LeBron James, Lakers Involved In Extension Discussions

The Los Angeles Lakers and star LeBron James had contract-extension talks Thursday, per Rich Paul, the CEO of Klutch Sports Group. The uniqueness of James' looming free agency is multifold; due to the NBA's collective bargaining agreement, the 18-time All-Star is capped to signing a two-year extension, but the looming possibility of his son, Bronny, […]

D'Angelo Russell Embraces Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns Duo

The Minnesota Timberwolves made a sizable splash this offseason when acquiring four-time All-NBA performer Rudy Gobert in a blockbuster deal with the Jazz, giving the team a formidable frontcourt alongside Karl-Anthony Towns. Point guard D'Angelo Russell sees the duo fitting well together, citing past experiences where both acclimated their play. After winning 46 games and […]

Jalen Brunson Drops 28 Points During Offseason Tournament

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson returned to his Philadelphia roots and dropped 28 points during the first night of the Rumph Classic on Thursday. While much of the Brunson discussion of late has been focused on a potential league investigation into whether tampering was involved prior to his acquisition, the 25-year-old is continuing […]

Kyrie Irving In Good Place With Nets

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving is reportedly in a good place with the organization, according to Ian Begley. The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be the top designation for Irving. Outside of that, there doesn't seem to be much movement on the trade front for the All-Star guard. There is a chance that Irving remains […]

Monte Morris Could Be Starting Point Guard

Washington Wizards guard Monte Morris could emerge in the starting five right away with his new team. Morris and Will Barton were traded to Washington as part of a trade with the Denver Nuggets earlier this offseason. The Wizards do have Delon Wright, but it sounds like Morris has the edge over Wright. Wizards coach […]